Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging
6 Weeks Annual Leave + Relocation Assistance
Professional Development and ongoing supervision
About Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
Central Australian Aboriginal Congress is Australia’s largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation and has been delivering comprehensive primary health care services for over 50 years.
Congress is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people through culturally safe, community-controlled healthcare that empowers individuals, families and communities. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation and workforce development, Congress offers an outstanding environment for allied health professionals seeking a meaningful and rewarding career.
Help older Aboriginal people stay active, independent and connected to their community.
Are you a passionate Physiotherapist looking for a rewarding career where your work makes a genuine difference?
This is an incredible opportunity to work alongside experienced allied health professionals in one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations while experiencing the unique lifestyle and culture of Central Australia.
Why Join Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?
Congress is recognised nationally as a leader in Aboriginal primary health care, providing comprehensive, culturally safe services to Aboriginal people across Alice Springs and surrounding remote communities.
About the Role:
As the Physiotherapist – Healthy Ageing, you’ll provide evidence-based physiotherapy services to older Aboriginal Australians, supporting them to maintain mobility, independence and participation within their families and communities.
Working within a multidisciplinary primary health care team, you’ll manage a diverse caseload, develop person-centred treatment plans and collaborate with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Allied Health Assistants, General Practitioners, Nurses and other allied health professionals to deliver holistic care.
The role is primarily based in Alice Springs (Mparntwe), with occasional travel to surrounding remote communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality physiotherapy services to older Aboriginal clients
Support clients to maximise independence, mobility and quality of life
Develop individualised assessment, treatment and rehabilitation plans
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary primary health care team
Advocate for the health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal people
Promote healthy ageing through education and preventative care
Supervise and mentor Allied Health Assistants, students and junior clinicians
Build strong partnerships with community organisations and health providers
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support quality improvement initiatives
Work within the Aged Care Quality Standards and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
About You:
To be successful in this role you’ll have:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist
Experience working within community-based physiotherapy or primary health care services
Strong clinical assessment and rehabilitation skills
Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Understanding of culturally safe practice and person-centred care
Knowledge of Aboriginal health and the social determinants of health
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Willingness to travel to remote communities as required
Current Driver Licence
Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation or delivering services under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) will be highly regarded.
Essential Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to obtain or hold:
Current AHPRA registration
Current Driver Licence
NT Working with Children (Ochre Card)
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
National Criminal History Check
Eligibility to deliver Aged Care services under the Aged Care Act
Ability to complete a pre-employment medical and drug screening if required
If you are interested in this opportunity, or give Rell a call on 08 8982 1047 to find out more.
